The Ultimate Mardi Gras Family Photo Checklist {Before the Beads Get Lost}
Mardi Gras – a time of vibrant colors, infectious music, and unforgettable memories. As a parent, make sure you try to include yourself in at least one photo. You’ll want to capture every moment of this special experience with your little ones before they’ll become “too cool” and your name changes to “bruh.” My heart delights looking back at the memories. I wish I’d thought ahead but most of my photos were spur of the moment. But let’s be real, amidst all the chaos and excitement, it’s easy for everyone to miss those perfect photo ops.
The Essentials
1. The Bead-Covered Baby: A classic Mardi Gras photo. This one’s a must-have. Just be prepared for the inevitable bead-related tantrums. I never did this but I had a coworker who made the cutest king cake wrap for her baby. I’m sure he’s calling her “bruh” by now though.
2. Float Frenzy: Capture the excitement on your child’s face as they watch the floats go by. Bonus points if you can get a photo with a float in the background. This one is hard to do alone. You always need an adult in the buffer zone.
3. Mardi Gras Munchkins: Document your little ones enjoying traditional Mardi Gras treats like king cake, beignets, or gumbo. Or Jacob eating spicy crawfish that his brother is allergic to.
The Funny Moments
1. Playing with friends: when they start playing with their friends, safely
2. The Snack Break: when they need a break so while everyone else is screaming for stuff, they’re relaxed, eating a snack.
3. Dancing: when the bands come through and your little starts dance by their heart out.
The Heartwarming Moments
1. First Mardi Gras Memories: Capture the wonder on your child’s face as they experience Mardi Gras for the first time. This one is hard because there’s still a chance they won’t care. But you will.
2. Family Traditions: Document your family’s unique Mardi Gras traditions, whether it’s making king cakes together (like us) or attending the same parade every year.
3. Mardi Gras Magic: Sometimes, it’s the quiet moments that are the most special. Capture the sparkle in your child’s eyes as they watch the sunset on a Mardi Gras evening or when you’re leaving the parade.
Tips and Tricks
1. Bring a Portable Charger: With all the photo ops, your phone’s battery can quickly drain. Bring a portable charger to keep your devices powered up.
2. Enjoy the Moment: Remember, Mardi Gras is about more than just taking photos. Enjoy the experience with your family and soak up the magic of the season. If you don’t get the pictures you wanted, there’s always next year.
With these must-have photos and videos, you’ll be able to cherish the memories of your family’s Mardi Gras adventures for years to come.
